Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluoroquinolone antibiotics, this compound plays a critical role in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its structure allows for the formation of the quinolone core, which is essential for the antimicrobial activity of drugs like ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin. Due to the presence of the fluorophenyl and cyclopropyl groups, it contributes to enhanced potency and broad-spectrum activity against bacterial pathogens. It is also employed in research settings for developing new bioactive molecules and analogs in medicinal chemistry.